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New Year, New Sessions!
Classes are returning to normalcy starting the first full week of January! A few new classes will be joining the lineup in the new year.
Each of these classes will run in 8 week sessions going through the end of February. Cost for members is $135, non-members $170. Drop ins are allowed as well! $25 for members, $34 for non-members.
Beginner Clinic Wednesday nights 7-8:00PM Begins 1/7/26!
Advanced Beginner Clinic 7-8:00PM Wednesday nights 7-8:00PM Begins 1/7/26!
Intermediate Clinic Thursday nights 7-8:00PM Begins 1/8/26!
Advanced Beginner Clinic Saturday mornings 11AM-12PM Begins 1/10/26!
We also have new and returning drills beginning in January!
Drills are on a drop in basis, $30 for members, $30 for non-members. You may also purchase a 10 drill package for $250 that can be used over a period of 3 months!
Wednesday Morning Intermediate Drill 9-10:30AM Returns 1/7/26!
Thursday Evening Intermediate Drill 8:30-10:00PM Begins 1/8/26!
Thursday Evening Open Drill (3.5+) 8:30-10:00PM Returns 1/8/26!
Sign up for drills on court reserve beginning 1/1/2026!
To sign up for clinics please call us at (574) 277-1000 or stop by and see us!
Reminder- Court reservations are still handled by the front desk, call to book!
Intermediate Clinic is Back!
Sign Up at the Front Desk or Call (574) 277-1000
This is for tennis players caught right in the middle of the beginner and advanced level. Typically, 3.0 players have tennis experience, a basic understanding of the game and display the enthusiasm to excel to the next level!
Price: Members- $135/ 8 Week Session
Non-Members- $170/ 8 Week Session
Where: 4122 N Hickory Rd. Mishawaka, IN 46545
When: Thursday Nights 7-8PM
Beginner Clinic is Back!
Call today to sign up! (574)-277-1000
Are you new to tennis or looking to brush up on the basics? Our Beginner Tennis Class is perfect for you! Whether you’re aiming to learn the fundamentals or just want to enjoy a fun, active way to spend your time, our expert instructors are here to help.
Time:
Wednesday nights 7-8PM
We have 12 spots filled, and we have 12 spots remaining.
Pricing:
Members-$135 for 8 Week Session
Non-Members-$170 for 8 Week Session
South Bend Tennis Academy at SBRC
Description of Class Levels
Big Shots– 5 years and up following the USTA’s ROGY pathway
Junior Development– Emphasis on technique along with the other fundamental aspects of tennis including basic strategy and court position.
Player Development/ Advanced Player Development– Should have ability to rally to some degree. Skill levels will be divided on different courts. Emphasis on point play, court positioning, strategy, and psychological parts of the game. Technique will be reviewed, and feedback will be given during point play. Goal is to maximize each players potential based on effort of each player.
| Little Shots | Tuesday 4-4:45PM | $75 billing cycle (4 classes). | January 5th- January 28th 4 week session. |
| Big Shots | Monday and Wednesday 4-5PM | $200 billing cycle (8 classes). | January 5th - January 27th 4 week session. |
| Junior Development | Tuesday and Thursday 5-6PM | $200 billing cycle (8 classes). | January 5th - Jnauary 28th. 4 week session. |
| Player Development | Monday/Wednesday 5-6:30pm | $432 billing cycle | December 1st - February 5th. 8 week session. |
| Advanced Player Development | Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs Mon/Wed/Thurs Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs 5-7PM | $576 billing cycle $768 - 3 day $832 - 4 day | December 1st - February 5th. 8 week session. |
Description of Billing
All session are to be paid in full at the start of each session, it can be charged to your club account.
Family Discount is available, 2 kids or more (1st player billing + 25% off any additional sibling)
Drop-In Fee for Player Development/ Advanced Player Development: $44
SBRC Hires Alex Boyer as Co-Head Pro
We are very excited to announce that Alex Boyer has been hired as a new Co-Head Pro at the South Bend Racquet Club, with the expectation that he will take over the full Head Pro responsibilities within the next 12 months. Alex is a graduate of the Ferris State University Professional Tennis Management program, which is a pioneering program that prepares graduates of the program for management positions in the tennis industry.
Shelly Whitney will continue as a Co-Head Pro with Alex until he assumes all responsibilities of the position. Shelly has been Head Pro at the SBRC since 1997 and will be stepping back to a part-time teaching spot moving forward. She is excited to hand the reigns over to Alex and has full confidence that he will continue the significant advancement the offering has made under her supervision.
We cannot begin to express our gratitude to Shelly for everything she has done for tennis in our community and at the club. The pro services offered at the SBRC have thrived under her leadership over the past 27 years. Though we knew this day would eventually come… rest assured… Shelly has stressed that she will probably be out on the court “until the day she dies!” Per Shelly’s personal request, we will not be hosting a public retirement party. However, please join us in congratulating Alex on his new role, as well as thanking Shelly for all that she has done and will continue to do at the club.